Domaine Montesquiou, Jurançon Sec Cuvade Preciouse

Complex and full-bodied white from Jurançon

Jurançon is one of the most beautiful parts of France, set in the lush, green, rolling foothills of the Pyrénées, just to the west of Pau. It is also a challenging area for viticulture, only possible at sites offering both shelter from spring frosts and optimal exposure. Brothers Fabrice and Sébastien reintroduced ancient grape varieties, such as Petit Courbu, Camaralet and Lauzet, to bring more complexity and singularity to their dry whites.

This is Montesquiou’s top cuvée from very low yielding 40 year old vines. Intensely flavoured with ripe apricot, mango and dried pineapple on the nose. All backed by zesty citrus notes and a stoney minerality.

Colour – White
Producer – Domaine Montesquiou
Country – France
Region – South West
Vegan – No
ABV – 14%
Grapes – Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng, Petit Courbu
Vintage – 2019
Sustainability – Biodynamic
Female Winemaker – No
Food Pairings – Oysters, Grilled chicken